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Treatment:
At your first
visit to our office, Dr. Farley will preform an orthodontic evaluation
at no
charge and discuss about your orthodontic needs. If the
patient is ready for treatment, the next appointment would be scheduled
to do a diagnostic work-up, or records. After this appointment has been
completed, you or your child will be appointed for the orthodontic
conference and at that appointment the braces or appliance would be
placed. These appointments range from thirty minutes to an hour and
one-half. Due to the length of these appointments, we ask that the
patient come at an earlier time during the day.
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After the braces or appliance is placed, the patient returns for
regular adjustments every six to eight weeks. Regular appointments are
fifteen minutes and can usually be scheduled after school hours. These
adjustments usually consist of wire changes, and replacing the ties
that come in a variety of colors to make the braces more fun to wear.
We offer several payment options for your
convenience. If you have any questions, feel free to ask us. We will be
happy to help you.
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- Dr. Farley
offers a discount of 5% for payment in full if paid before or at the
time the braces or appliances are placed.
- 30% of the
total charge is the down payment due at the placement of the braces.
The remaining balance would be paid in monthly installments. No
interest will be charged if paid on the date set up.
- Our office
also offers a payment option with Chase Health Advance at
chasehealthadvance.com, which will allow you to begin treatment with no
down payment, low monthly payments and a no or low fixed interest rate.
You simply click on the link below to get pre-approved.
- We also
accept MasterCard and Visa.
- Clear and
Colored Braces are Available.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
What is Orthodontics?
Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that
specializes in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and
facial irregularities. The technical term for these problems is
"malocclusion", which means "bad bite". The practice of orthodontics
requires professional skill in the design, application and control of
corrective appliances (braces) to bring teeth, lips and jaws into
proper alignment and achieve facial balance. After college, an
orthodontist must complete four years of dental school and then
complete an additional two to three years of advanced specialist
training in orthodontics.
What makes Farley Family Orthodontics special?
We pride ourselves in the excellent service
and highest quality of care we provide for our patients. In fact, Dr.
Farley's clinical expertise and excellent reputation are well known in
the dental community, as Dr. Farley has treated many of our area
Dentists, their families, and staff.
Our patients receive the utmost in personal
attention from Dr. Farley and his entire staff. Dr. Farley see's every
patient at each visit.
Your treatment is "state of the art". We use
the latest and most advanced orthodontic technology. Dr. Farley is very
active in continuing education and is truly on the cutting edge of
orthodontics.
Dr. Farley treats many complex orthodontic
cases, working very closely as a team with your Dentist and other
dental specialists to ensure the best possible treatment results.
We are very proud of the fact that dentists
recommend us, that parents choose us and that kids love us!
At what age should a child have an orthodontic exam?
Dr. Farley strongly agrees with the American
Association of Orthodontists in recommending that every child should
have an orthodontic exam no later than age 7. You do not
need a referral to visit our practice, just call for an appointment.
Early diagnosis is very important in planning your child's treatment.
Dr. Farley can guide erupting teeth into more favorable positions,
preserve space for the permanent teeth and correct jaw growth and
development problems.This may limit the need for extraction of
permanent teeth or jaw surgery. Early
treatment may also shorten treatment time and make treatment easier and
less expensive. Most importantly, the resutls my be better.
For more information, you may want to read
the article published by The
American Association of Orthodontists about problems to watch for in
Seven Year olds.
Problems to Watch for in Seven Year Olds
Why should I consider braces?
Poorly arranged teeth can wear down
prematurely and can trap food particles that cause tooth decay and gum
disease. They can also lead to poor chewing which can further damage
healthy teeth. Straight teeth will improve your smile, which is one of
the most important features of your face.
At what age is a patient
too old for orthodontics?
You are never too old to improve the health
and attractiveness of your smile. More and more adults are seeking
treatment - in fact, more than 30% of Dr. Farley's patients are adults.
Adults can now choose to wear small, clear braces that are barely
noticeable, or even removable, "invisible braces" (Invisalign™).
What is the psychological impact of early treatment?
Appearance has been related to popularity,
social behaviors, personality style and self esteem. Treatment may
reduce appearance-consciousness and the emotional scarring that can
occur during critical development years.
In addition to aesthetic improvements, what
are some other benefits of orthodontic treatment?
Additional benefits may include better
function, improved cleaning ability, more favorable wear patterns on
the teeth and greater longevity of the natural teeth.
Is orthodontic care
expensive?
Orthodontic treatment may actually eliminate
the need for other costly medical and dental treatment. Furthermore,
the physical and psychological benefits usually last a lifetime, making
orthodontics an excellent investment in your health and quality of
life! We offer several budget options so that finances don't stand
between our patients and their desired treatment. We work with most
insurance companies, and accept MasterCard and Visa.
Retainers
Why are retainers necessary?
Retainers are used to help hold teeth in
position after they are straightened. When your
braces are removed, you’ll notice that some of your teeth will be
loose. This is normal. Your
retainer will support your teeth until they tighten as the bone around
them restructures. Plan to wear your retainer for
several years. The sooner you stop wearing them,
the greater the chance your teeth will move back to their original
position.
What kinds of retainers are there?
We use four different kinds of retainers.
Not everybody will get the same type. Often
the type of retainer depends on where your teeth were when they started
and where they are when the braces come off or at the time the retainer
is made.
The four types are listed below:
A.
Hawley retainers
B.
Clear retainers
C.
Lingual bonded retainers
D.
Spring retainer
How long do I have to wear my retainer?
We actually
consider retention a part of treatment. Generally,
we follow a patient in active retention for a two-year period after the
removal of the braces. Any further retention is
strictly up to the patient. Keep in mind that your
body changes as you age. Your hair changes, your
skin changes, and even you teeth may change. This
is the reason that retention is an ongoing process. After
active retention, the patient may judge his/her own need for retention.
The best process is to try the retainer in on a regular
basis. As long as it doesn’t feel tight,
retainer wear time may be reduced. If the retainer
begins to feel tight, this is an indication that the teeth may be
moving and retainer wear time should be increased. Patients
with bonded lingual retainers may keep them indefinitely as long as the
vicinity of the retainer is kept clean and the patient is able to brush
and floss the area properly to maintain oral health.
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